The documentary "Helvetica" from 2007 discusses both the pros and cons of the Helvetica typeface. Directed by Gary Hustwit, it explores the history and impact of Helvetica as one of the most ubiquitous typefaces. The documentary discusses typography and graphic design more broadly, and reinforces concepts about how typefaces can influence the mood or theme of a design.
The documentary "Helvetica" from 2007 discusses both the pros and cons of the Helvetica typeface. Directed by Gary Hustwit, it explores the history and impact of Helvetica as one of the most ubiquitous typefaces. The documentary discusses typography and graphic design more broadly, and reinforces concepts about how typefaces can influence the mood or theme of a design.
The documentary "Helvetica" from 2007 discusses both the pros and cons of the Helvetica typeface. Directed by Gary Hustwit, it explores the history and impact of Helvetica as one of the most ubiquitous typefaces. The documentary discusses typography and graphic design more broadly, and reinforces concepts about how typefaces can influence the mood or theme of a design.
The documentary "Helvetica" from 2007 discusses both the pros and cons of the Helvetica typeface. Directed by Gary Hustwit, it explores the history and impact of Helvetica as one of the most ubiquitous typefaces. The documentary discusses typography and graphic design more broadly, and reinforces concepts about how typefaces can influence the mood or theme of a design.
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